Inner Balance Exercise as a Stress Relief Technique and Cold and Flu Remedy

Written by Irina Wardas on November 5th, 2009

The most stressful time of the year is coming, and some of us are feeling overwhelmed already which is not a good sign. Feeling stressed and under pressure will suppress your immune system, so it will be easier for you to catch colds during Cold and Flu Season and suffer from Seasonal Depression – SAD (seasonal affective disorder).

Let’s change that!

Did you notice that very small changes in our daily routine can make a big difference in how we feel… Agreed?

I would like to share with you this simple exercise I‘ve learned from Kristina Turner while reading her book The Self-Healing Cookbook.

For the next few days, plan to pause and do this exercise at exactly the time when you usually feel the most harried, fatigued, or out-of-sorts.

Take 15 minutes to go inside and find your balance-point…your healing flows from this point.

First, get comfortable. Sit or lie down, and close your eyes. Let each breath relax your body and mind. Sink deep. With every exhalation relaxing you more…count backwards in energy. 5…4…3…2…1.

Now, mentally review your day. Ask yourself:

When did I start to feel out of balance?

What were the signs?

Let your body remember. Take your time……

Then, ask, why.

What caused the imbalance? (too much caffeine? Hunger for Love? Working too long without a break?). Let the answer come gently, from within. Trust that you know the real cause.

Now, ask:

How can I restore balance?

What small step am I ready for? Again, take your time….Trust your inner wisdom to guide you towards a decision that’s energizing, maybe even surprising.

Then, count again, from 1 to 5. Breathe. 1…2…3…4…5.

Open your eyes, and give yourself a hug. You deserve this kind of gentle attention, every day.

And also don’t forget to breathe, smile and be happy.

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